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Just the other day I listened to a couple of real estate agents exchanging their perceptions on real estate attire. After I realized the two fashionistas were not talking about me it got me thinking…does it really matter to a client how their Realtor is dressed? For that matter do I care about the wardrobe choices of my doctor, dentist, or accountant when I meet with them? This is interesting, though I’ve never been one to judge somebody based on their appearance, my doctor, dentist, and CPA always wear suits, ties, and dresses when I meet with them. I never really noticed, but somehow I don’t think that makes them a better doctor, dentist, or...

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